Richard Howard Lipfield

1941 - 2019

Richard Howard Lipfield obituary, 1941-2019, Novato, CA

Richard Howard Lipfield

1941 - 2019

BORN

1941

DIED

2019

Richard Lipfield Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Dec. 11 to Dec. 13, 2019.
Richard Howard Lipfield Age 78, was born in the Bronx, NY on August 26, 1941 to Shirley Stahl and Henry Lipfield. He passed away November 30, 2019 in Palm Desert CA, with his wife of 21 years, Francine Ward by his bedside. Despite his long battle with cancer, Richard never gave up hope. Thirty-five years sober, he was a devoted husband, an amazing friend, an awesome therapist, and a kind and generous spiritto the end. Through his honest and direct style of inner-child therapy, Richard helped legions of people around the world change their lives and the lives of their loved ones. He died as he lived loving life and standing in his Spiritual Spot. Richard Lipfield's life is a life to be remembered. The best thing anyone can do in memory of him is to live the way he inspired you to livethrough his words and his deeds. The Marin County Celebration of Richard's life will be held at the Strawberry Recreation Center in Mill Valley on Saturday, December 14, 2019 at 11:00am, with a reception to follow.

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December 5, 2024

Matthew Dunn posted to the memorial.

December 4, 2023

Pat Kunstenaar posted to the memorial.

November 30, 2023

Matthew Dunn planted trees.

Matthew Dunn

December 5, 2024

Still Missing you more than ever-trying to stay strong since that is what you would want. Love you

Pat Kunstenaar

December 4, 2023

Miss Richard - He was steadfast colleague and an awesome therapist.

Single Memorial Tree

Matthew Dunn

Planted Trees

Matt Dunn

November 30, 2023

Miss you everyday- Love you Richie

Debbi

December 21, 2019

Francine, we met years ago. I am Elaine's friend from childhood and have wonderful memories of Richie.. so sorry and so sad to hear of his passing. Almost to the day of Elaine's. I like to believe they are back together. He always was a loving and supportive BIG brother.

Benny Rodriguez

December 15, 2019

Richard was truly a special, gifted man. I am forever grateful for his guidance in leading me to a life of self-awareness, strength, empathy and happiness. His light will continue to shine and spread through the family of people he healed. Peace and love my friend.

Pat Kunstenaar

December 11, 2019

Richard will be greatly missed and well remembered. He was a terrific colleague and a remarkable therapist. I will miss referring to him and the pleasure of bumping into him in Mill Valley.

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December 5, 2024

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Pat Kunstenaar posted to the memorial.

November 30, 2023

Matthew Dunn planted trees.